#AskTheExpert my child is suffering from jaundice with bilirubin 17.5.. she is under photo therapy for the last two days.. how many more days required to be fit and discharge from hospital

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. It depends on the cause of the jaundice and also how effective is the phototherapy helpful in reducing the bilirubin levels. 17.5 is definitely higher and it will take at least one week to get an ideaWrite Your Answer Here

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